Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts

TECHNIQUESMaking Bamboo Walking SticksBy Lora S.

FEATURES2013 Woodcarver of the Year: Fred CogelowBy Bob DuncanCombining relief techniques with realism to create fine-art carvingsBest of ShowAppreciating some of the best carvings in the country Plus!

FEATURESThe Wonderful Wizard of OregonBy Toni FitzgeraldGary Burns uses self-taught techniques to carve out a fantastic nicheBack to SchoolBy Mindy KinseyLearn to carve or hone your skills at schools and classes across the countryStory TimeBy Kathleen RyanCarlo Olkeriil tells American stories in traditional Palauan styleCarving Like ManiacsBy Ayleen StellhornTurning a Halloween hobby into a pumpkin-carving businessCNC Woodworking and Laser CuttingBy Bob DuncanComputer-controlled routers and lasers speed production for repetitive cutsPROJECTSCarving a Wood SpiritBy Harold EnlowDetailed instruction for carving your first wood spiritPower Carving an American Bison in ReliefBy Jose ValenciaLearn the techniques to carve a gunstock on a less expensive wooden plateCarving a GoldfinchBy Bob GugePractice power carving by making this popular songbirdDouble-sided Holiday OrnamentBy Glenn StewartIngenious Santa/turkey ornament is a real attention-getterCarving a Caricature HorseBy Dave StetsonWeary old nag is a great companion for any cowboy carvingCarving Kris KringleBy Bob MasonGet a head start on your holiday carving with this simple SantaCarving a ChipmunkBy Desiree HajnyCarve, burn, and paint this realistic version of a backyard visitorPATTERNSA Fantasy FavoriteBy Don DearolfCustomize this caricature wizard by changing the staff and paint colorsCarving a Little GuyBy Keith RandichLearn to carve a basic figure and then personalize it as much as you likeTECHNIQUESChip Carving an EagleBy Lora S.

FEATURESAgainst the GrainBy Mindy KinseyBook and exhibition showcase unusual designs in woodCarving in KenyaBy Bob DuncanAfrican artist creates a successful business teaching others to carveMiniature MarvelsBy Kathleen RyanDalton Ghetti carves intricate designs in pencil graphiteRoughouts & KitsBy Bob DuncanGet to the fun part faster by starting with a pre-cut blankPROJECTSCarving a SnowmanBy Lori DickieTurn a generic basswood shape into a charming snowmanMaking a Mouse in a Stocking OrnamentBy Leah GoddardCute ornament shows off your attention to detail and realistic carving skillsPlayful Reindeer OrnamentBy Floyd RhadiganCarve this quick and easy ornament for everyone on your listFolk-Art Napkin RingsBy Jeff PretzCarve and paint these colorful pieces in an afternoonSimple Folk-Art SantaBy Mike DeiterMake a unique band-saw blank and complete the carving in a weekendCarving a ZebraBy Moses KirimiKenyan carver created a stylized zebraTramp Art Christmas TreeBy Andy DiPaceSimple seasonal design is quick and easy to carveRelief Carving a Traditional OrnamentBy Glenn StewartVersatile design can be a pin or an ornamentWhittling a SantaBy Gayle IhlenfeldtUse just knife to carve most of this holiday favoriteCarving a Double Ball-in-CageBy Joseph A.

FEATURESStunning Soap CarvingBy Kathleen RyanExperts turn simple soap into works of artCarving and Turning: LathesBy Bob DuncanMake your own carving blanks while learning a new hobbyPATTERNSFantastic WizardBy Shawn CipaStylized design is easy to carve and customizeCeltic Twist Green ManBy Lora S.

FEATURESThe next Generation of WoodcarversBy Kathleen RyanMeet six award-winning young carversThe Work of Mavasta HonyoutiBy Alan GarbersHopi carver carries on the tradition in cottonwood rootsPATTERNSCarving Folk-Art BirdsBy Don DeeroffHighlight the tool marks with a little paint to simulate feathers on these simple designsPatriotic BearBy Mike ShipleyCelebrate the stars and stripes with a droll version of Uncle SamCooper Hawk PortraitBy Sue WaltersWoodburn (or relief carve) a striking wildlife portraitGenie Bottle StopperBy Lawrence SpinakEasy-carve caricature embodies a fun play on wordsPROJECTSWhittling Summer EarringsBy Pete LuxbacherSimple designs will delight all summer longBill's Smile Walking StickBy Dick BryantAdd a friendly wood spirit to your walking stickMaking a Hook KnifeBy Cariboo BladesTurn an old saw blade into a useful carving knifeCarving a Caricature CowboyBy Ellis OlsonOld-timer looks as rugged as the land he worksChip-Carved ToolboxBy David StewartBuild and embellish your own toolboxPower Carving a Bark OuthouseBy Robert De VriesCute carving makes a useful lavatory nightlightCarving a SeashellBy Bill DonaldsonStylized hardwood shell is modeled after the real thingCarving a FishermanBy Dennis ThorntonCarve a curmudgeonly caricature for your favorite fishermanTECHNIQUESShop-made Sanding DrumsBy Bill KinnearMake custom rotary-tool sanders from inexpensive hardwareOutdoor Finishes and GluesBy Bob DuncanUse the right products to ensure your outdoor projects lastCarving LipsBy Harold EnlowSimple techniques to carve smiling and frowning lipsLearn to Paint: Using Oil PaintsLearn the basics of oil painting by making a summery plaque

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